October 8, 2019 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting

Discussion:  AD Hauxwell discussed the winter sports classifications. CCS wil be class C-1 again. Hauxwell indicated that Anderson-Ladd is scheduled to be on site Wednesday, October 9th to finish the small area of the weight room floor installation. Hauxwell discussed ways to secure the area between the weight room and walking track, some possibilities would be over head doors, glass or plexiglass or something similar to the scissor gates that were there prior. Hauxwell also noted several upcoming activities.

 

Discussion:  Principal Odens noted that Parent-Teacher Conferences were in progress and it appeared to be well attended. Odens thanked the PTO for providing a meal for the teachers. Principal Odens shared that Chase County Schools was recently presented the Governor's Wellness Award and she recognied Angie Paisley, the school nurse, and others on the Health and Wellness team for their time and efforts. Odens noted that during the October 7th in-services, teachers were focused on curriculum, state standards, ELL strategies, preparing for Parent-Teacher Conferences & working with their content area teams. She ended her report stating on October 16th Western Library Systems will be doing a presentation for the 4-6 grades and Mrs. Hanna will begin working with 5-6 graders on drug and alcohol awareness and prevention.

Principal Lectenberg reported that 4 middle and high school math and science teachers recently attended a conference in Kearney and gave special recognition to mrs. Gonzalez who was a presenterat the conference. Lechtenberg mentioned numerous items involving Homecoming, including the selection process for the royalty, decorating of the hallways and out of town date forms. Homecoming Dance will Saturday, October 19th from 8:00 pm-11:00 pm. Doors will open at 7:45 pm and close at 8:30 pm. No one will be allowed to enter or re-enter after 8:30 pm. Principal Lechtenberged expressed that there will be police presence at the dance to ensure safety and conduct breathalyzer tests. Lectenberg ended his report presenting information on possible drug testing policies included two sample policies and a pricing quote. The administration will be talking more to students and coaches in the upcoming weeks about the drug testing policy.

 

Discussion:  Supt. Klooz's report was presented electronically in his absence.

Discussion:  Building and Grounds Committee reported the entry doors for phase 1 are done and the electronics should be installed next week. Transportation committe updated teh board on the purchase of a van but are still in deciding on the style, make and model to pursue at this time.

Discussion:  Bruce Peterson, Chris Jussell and Dan Kuhlman spoke to the board regarding their concerns about the attendance policy. Several students were marked absent this morning and were required to serve detention time after school. 

Discussion:  No action was taken, tabled until November meeting on the recommendation of the Building and Grounds committee.

Discussion:  Policy 3130 Purchasing Policies were reviewed. The Board would like to have the $15,000.00 purchasing limit changed to $10,000.00. The addition of "or any like items" will remain in the policy. Policy 3130 will  be brought back to the November meeting for 2nd reading and approval.

Discussion:  The Board entered into Executive Session at 6:47 pm.

Discussion:  Olsen declared meeting adjourned at 8:00 pm.